OECD Tax and Development Programme, Phase II
01.12.2020
- 31.12.2023
This project strengthens developing countries’ tax policy and tax administration with a focus on international taxation. The project will be implemented by the OECD’s Centre for Tax Policy and Administration (CTPA) through the development and implementation of international standards- the provision of guidance and data- and capacity building.
Subnational Cadaster and Tax in Colombia
01.10.2020
- 31.12.2024
The formalization of land management is a key driver for economic development and the reduction of poverty and inequality. A well-functioning land management information system strengthens property rights, provides legal security and is the basis for taxation and urban planning and management.
Modernization of Land Management in Colombia (Swiss Tierras) - Phase II
01.01.2020
- 31.12.2024
In the past, Colombia did not have a strong land management system, thus hindering economic development. With a first phase of support, SECO started to adress this gap. Phase II will now consolidate, further deepen and broaden the support, helping Colombia move further towards a modern land administration system.
Migration Initiative in Colombia - strengthen employment policies
01.01.2020
- 31.12.2024
IDB: Program to strengthen employment policies, Colombia (Migration Initiative)
Public Finance Management Colombia, Reform Process, Phase II
01.06.2019
- 31.10.2024
This project supports the Colombian government in implementing its public financial management (PFM) reform plan. The World Bank implemented project aims at further strengthening transparency and efficiency in managing public finances in the country.
Energy districts in Colombia, Phase II
29.01.2019
- 31.12.2023
Air conditioning in buildings is one of the main sources of energy consumption in Colombia. One way of making the production of air condictioning cleaner and more efficient is to build Energy Districts. SECO supports Colombia in promoting Energy Districts as an interesting option to improve energy efficiency in cities and lower GHG emissions.
Sustainable Recycling Industries Phase II
01.01.2019
- 31.12.2025
With the growth of the global economy and the digitalization of today's businesses and society, electrical and electronic equipment has become more affordable and in combination with short usage times of the devices Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE or e-waste) has become the fastest growing waste stream worldwide.
Urban Transformation Program
01.09.2018
- 30.06.2024
Urban transformation has become one of the top priorities of Colombian cities for tackling their growing urban challenges. The SECO supported Urban Transformation Program aims at (re-)vitalizing the public space through innovative urban infrastructures in selected Colombian Cities in order to promote their economic development.
Public-Private Infrastructure Advisory Facility, 2018-2022
01.05.2018
- 30.06.2022
The Public-Private Infrastructure Advisory Facility is a World-Bank managed, multi-donor technical assistance facility aimed at creating an enabling environment for private sector investment in infrastructure, with the ultimate aim of improving lives through a better access to quality infrastructure services.
Global Program for Intellectual Property Rights
01.03.2018
- 31.12.2024
Intellectual Property (IP) regimes are central to promoting innovation and the development of new goods, services and production methods. IP provides the incentive necessary to pursue further research and development, and creative works. Insofar, it is part of a sound foundation for a prosperous private sector and today's world trade system.
Swiss Platform for Sustainable Cocoa
01.03.2018
- 31.12.2022
The Programme supports the Swiss Platform for Sustainable Cocoa, the objective of which is to join public and private forces and promote sustainability in the cocoa value chain. Launched in 2017, the multistakeholder initiative is driven by chocolate manufacturers, traders, retailers, NGOs, research and the federal government represented by SECO.
Aquafund LatAm and Caribbean, Phase III
01.01.2018
- 31.12.2021
The multi-donor AquaFund of the Interamerican Development Bank (IDB) provides Latin American and Carribean countries (LAC) non-reimbursable technical cooperation and pilot investment grants for the preparation of water and sanitation investment projects, institutional strengthening activities, knowledge products and innovative pilot projects.
